Research Associates I, II, III, IV and Senior - Open Pool

Research Associate Positions

The Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University seeks applications for temporary or special Research Associate I, II, III, IV or Senior positions in the areas of analytical, biological, chemistry education, inorganic, materials, organic, or physical chemistry.

Research Associates work under the direction of individual faculty members and contribute to ongoing research activities specific to each lab. Duties, funding source, appointment length, and work modality (in-person, hybrid, or remote) vary by faculty lab.

A detailed description of the department and information on specific faculty research programs within the department are available on the department website.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM (MT) on June 30, 2026. This is an open pool posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants will be contacted if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on June 30, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

The Department of Chemistry has an international reputation for excellence in research across a broad array of disciplines, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, materials and physical chemistry. Ph.D. graduates receive world-class training, participate in cutting-edge (and often interdisciplinary) research projects, and are employed at all levels of academia and industry around the globe. The faculty also enjoy an award-winning reputation for teaching excellence. Undergraduate students benefit both from access to this classroom expertise and from a long tradition of substantive undergraduate participation in research. The Department's research efforts are supported by a state-of-the-art Analytical Resources Core that provides 24/7 student access to shared instrumentation.

Essential job duties vary depending on the hiring laboratory and research program, but may include:

• Conducting laboratory or computational research activities.
• Collecting, managing, and analyzing research data.
• Assisting with experimental design and protocol implementation.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and documentation.
• Contributing to manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research personnel.

Specific duties will be defined at the time of hire by the supervising faculty member.

This position reports to a faculty member within the Department of Chemistry. Day-to-day supervision and expectations are defined by the hiring laboratory.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U. S. A. by the proposed start date, and for the full dates of the appointment. The Department of Chemistry does not guarantee financial visa support for hires from this pool.

Preferred qualifications vary by laboratory and may include:

• Prior research experience in a relevant physical science discipline
• Experience with laboratory or computational research methods
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment
• Experience with data analysis, scientific writing, or specialized research techniques relevant to the hiring lab

Interested individuals must submit in pdf format:

• A current resume;
• A statement of research interests

This pool will expire on June 30, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

$30,000 - $65,000

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